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Fire safety advice in the heatwave

The fire service's duty group commander George Sherry said: "With the hot weather set to continue, we are asking the public to be vigilant and by following these few simple steps we can all help to reduce the chance of a wildfire."

A drone view of the Malvern Hills fire (Image: Thom Morgan)

Extinguish cigarettes properly, don't throw cigarette ends on the ground or out of car windows

Take your rubbish with you, especially glass bottles, which can magnify the sun's rays and start a fire as well as hurt people and animals

Avoid open fires in the countryside. Always have them in safe designated areas

If you see a fire in the countryside, report it immediately to the Fire & Rescue Service. Early detection can prevent it from developing into a large wildfire incident

Don't attempt to tackle fires that can't be put out with a bucket of water – leave the area as quickly as possible

Landowners and Land Managers are also advised, where possible, to ensure that fire breaks are cut and well maintained with any cut grasses and vegetation removed from the site